Sunday, August 20, 2017
5-6 p.m. EST
McCamish Pavilion (See below for parking and transportation information)
Live Broadcast
The ceremony will be broadcast live on our website. A video of the event will post on YouTube the following week.
During this welcoming ceremony, all incoming students will receive their RAT cap, T-Book, and Georgia Tech pin. Parents and guests may also attend to celebrate their student's entry into Georgia Tech. No tickets are required to attend.
Rising sophomore students at Georgia Tech are welcome to apply to be this year's Sophomore Speaker at New Student Convocation.
Applications will close Monday, June 26 at noon.
Immediately following the ceremony, students will attend a special welcome party sponsored by Auxiliary Services - Rock, Ramble, and Roll - which celebrates their first night as a Georgia Tech college student.
Held in the Student Center, students may take a shuttle or walk over after the Convocation ceremony. This is a free event for new students.
Accessibility Resources
ADA seating is located throughout the venue for guests and students.
